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Continue reading →: Let it Snow, Let it Glow, Let it GoThere’s something about winter that makes life feel both fuller and softer at the same time. The calendar crowds with plans, group chats get louder, and suddenly everyone you love is back in the same orbit again. For me, this season always brings about a familiar glow; one that reminds…
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Continue reading →: Paging Dr. Burnout: The Epidemic Inside MedicineIt’s been a minute since I’ve posted, partly because the last few weeks have been some of the toughest of my medical education so far. Between studying for exams, working on research, and the general chaos that seems to define med school, I hit that all-too-familiar wall: burnout. But I…
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Continue reading →: Not a Gym Rat? Not a ProblemIf you’ve ever walked into a gym, stared at the sea of machines, and thought, “yeah, no thanks”, you’re not alone. Somewhere along the line, we started equating “being fit” with lifting heavy, tracking macros, and posting sweaty selfies, but movement can look a lot different than that. The truth…
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Continue reading →: Finding Beauty in the OrdinaryWe live in a world that celebrates big milestones, vacations, promotions, the “highs”. But most of life actually happens in between. It is in the quiet, repetitive, beautifully ordinary moments we often overlook. The morning coffee routine, the drive to class or work, nighttime skincare; they don’t seem remarkable, but…
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Continue reading →: The Identity Crisis No One Talks AboutWhen Life Shifts, So Does Identity Gymnastics wasn’t just a sport to me; it was a part of my everyday life, my passion, my first love. From the time I was four until I was twenty-two, the highlight of my day was walking into practice. I tied so much of…
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Continue reading →: Caffeine Crawl: SJ EditionIf there’s one thing you should know about me, it’s that I have a soft spot for cozy coffee shops and the perfect latte. Whether it’s a spot to catch up with friends, grind out some work, or just enjoy a quiet moment with myself, cafes have a way of…
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Continue reading →: Your Body Wants Fuel, Not FOMOWe throw around the word “healthy” all the time, but somewhere along the way it got tangled up with restriction. For a lot of people, eating healthy means cutting carbs, skipping dessert, or saying no to foods they actually enjoy. But here’s the thing: being healthy isn’t about eating less,…
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Continue reading →: Only One You: Breaking Free from ComparisonWe don’t always notice it creeping in, but comparison is a silent killer. It takes the joy out of our progress and convinces us we are not enough, even when we are doing just fine. The truth? There’s only one you, and that is your greatest advantage. The Comparison Trap…
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Continue reading →: Back to School, Back on TrackBack-to-school season isn’t just about fresh notebooks and new pens; it’s the perfect time to hit reset and get your life together (or at least try to). Between classes, schedules, and all the little things in between, it’s easy to feel like you’re already behind before the year even starts.…
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Continue reading →: Why Should I Keep up with Kay?Who I am Hi everyone! My name is Kaylin, Kay for short, and welcome to my blog! I know what it’s like to juggle a full schedule while trying to keep up with health and well-being. My path has been full of trial and error, but it’s also taught me…
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I’m Kaylin
Welcome to Keeping Up with Kay! This is where I share my journey of balancing the whirlwind of medical school with a healthy, grounded lifestyle. From health and wellness tips to personal stories and lessons learned along the way, my goal is to offer advice, encouragement, and a reminder that thriving is possible—even in the busiest seasons of life.
Keeping up with Kay 